Shot Tower State Park

Virginia State Park

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About Shot Tower State Park

The Jackson Ferry Shot Tower, built more than 200 years ago to drop molten lead from the Austinville mines into ammunition for early settlers. Visitors can climb the 75-foot tower, on the National Register, above the New River.

Things to do

Amenities & facilities

Hours

The grounds are open from Dawn to dusk.

Hours as published by Virginia State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.

Contact

Phone276-699-6778

Address116 Orphanage Dr., Max Meadows, VA 24360

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